Quote by Robert Collier

It is only when you despair of all ordinary means, it is only when you convince it that it must help you or you perish, that the seed of life in you bestirs itself to provide a new resource.

It is only when you despair of all ordinary means, it is onl

Summary

This quote suggests that true change or innovation occurs only when one feels desperate or hopeless, when all other conventional methods have failed. It implies that when one is faced with a do-or-die situation, the inner life force within us is awakened, inspiring us to find unconventional solutions and tap into untapped resources. It is during these challenging moments of desperation that we are compelled to explore new avenues and approach problems from different angles, ultimately leading to unexpected breakthroughs and personal growth.

By Robert Collier

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